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Good morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Friday, May 2, 2025.
The Defense Department has designated a second military zone along the U.S.-Mexico border, extending into El Paso. This new area is attached to Fort Bliss and authorizes military personnel to take custody of migrants who cross the border illegally until they can be transferred to Homeland Security. This follows a similar designation in New Mexico last month.
El Paso is facing a significant measles outbreak with 38 confirmed cases, now the highest in Texas outside the West Texas region. The outbreak has crossed borders, with neighboring Ciudad Juárez reporting 14 cases. Health officials have expanded hours at the Northeast community clinic, now open Saturday mornings for free measles vaccines. Several schools including Bel Air, Hanks, and Eastwood High Schools have reported cases, with health guidelines requiring unvaccinated children to stay home for 21 days after exposure.
At City Hall, the El Paso City Council unanimously voted to intervene in El Paso Electric's proposed $93 million rate increase. This action effectively pauses the hike for 90 days, giving the city time to advocate for fair rates. The deadline for the city to take action on the proposed rate case is June 1st.
Looking for weekend activities? There's plenty happening around town. The Michelada Fest kicks off downtown from 2 to 10 p.m. today. El Foodie Taco Fest 2025 runs from 5 to 10 p.m. at 1414 Geronimo Drive. Diana Krall performs at the Plaza Theatre tonight at 7:30, while jazz lovers can enjoy The Jazz Around Town at 10297 Socorro Road starting at 8:30 p.m.
Sports fans can catch the Locomotive taking on New Mexico United at Southwest University Park tomorrow at 7 p.m. Sunday brings the Kawaii Market at the County Coliseum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and early risers can participate in the 7th Annual Corazon De Nino Run starting at 8 a.m. downtown.
For families, Chapoteo Water Park celebrates its opening day tomorrow, starting at 11 a.m. – a perfect way to welcome the approaching summer season.
Looking ahead, the Mass Transit Department Board will meet on May 13th at the City Hall Council Chambers, while several advisory boards have virtual meetings scheduled for mid-May.
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
The Defense Department has designated a second military zone along the U.S.-Mexico border, extending into El Paso. This new area is attached to Fort Bliss and authorizes military personnel to take custody of migrants who cross the border illegally until they can be transferred to Homeland Security. This follows a similar designation in New Mexico last month.
El Paso is facing a significant measles outbreak with 38 confirmed cases, now the highest in Texas outside the West Texas region. The outbreak has crossed borders, with neighboring Ciudad Juárez reporting 14 cases. Health officials have expanded hours at the Northeast community clinic, now open Saturday mornings for free measles vaccines. Several schools including Bel Air, Hanks, and Eastwood High Schools have reported cases, with health guidelines requiring unvaccinated children to stay home for 21 days after exposure.
At City Hall, the El Paso City Council unanimously voted to intervene in El Paso Electric's proposed $93 million rate increase. This action effectively pauses the hike for 90 days, giving the city time to advocate for fair rates. The deadline for the city to take action on the proposed rate case is June 1st.
Looking for weekend activities? There's plenty happening around town. The Michelada Fest kicks off downtown from 2 to 10 p.m. today. El Foodie Taco Fest 2025 runs from 5 to 10 p.m. at 1414 Geronimo Drive. Diana Krall performs at the Plaza Theatre tonight at 7:30, while jazz lovers can enjoy The Jazz Around Town at 10297 Socorro Road starting at 8:30 p.m.
Sports fans can catch the Locomotive taking on New Mexico United at Southwest University Park tomorrow at 7 p.m. Sunday brings the Kawaii Market at the County Coliseum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and early risers can participate in the 7th Annual Corazon De Nino Run starting at 8 a.m. downtown.
For families, Chapoteo Water Park celebrates its opening day tomorrow, starting at 11 a.m. – a perfect way to welcome the approaching summer season.
Looking ahead, the Mass Transit Department Board will meet on May 13th at the City Hall Council Chambers, while several advisory boards have virtual meetings scheduled for mid-May.
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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By Inception Point AiGood morning, this is El Paso Local Pulse for Friday, May 2, 2025.
The Defense Department has designated a second military zone along the U.S.-Mexico border, extending into El Paso. This new area is attached to Fort Bliss and authorizes military personnel to take custody of migrants who cross the border illegally until they can be transferred to Homeland Security. This follows a similar designation in New Mexico last month.
El Paso is facing a significant measles outbreak with 38 confirmed cases, now the highest in Texas outside the West Texas region. The outbreak has crossed borders, with neighboring Ciudad Juárez reporting 14 cases. Health officials have expanded hours at the Northeast community clinic, now open Saturday mornings for free measles vaccines. Several schools including Bel Air, Hanks, and Eastwood High Schools have reported cases, with health guidelines requiring unvaccinated children to stay home for 21 days after exposure.
At City Hall, the El Paso City Council unanimously voted to intervene in El Paso Electric's proposed $93 million rate increase. This action effectively pauses the hike for 90 days, giving the city time to advocate for fair rates. The deadline for the city to take action on the proposed rate case is June 1st.
Looking for weekend activities? There's plenty happening around town. The Michelada Fest kicks off downtown from 2 to 10 p.m. today. El Foodie Taco Fest 2025 runs from 5 to 10 p.m. at 1414 Geronimo Drive. Diana Krall performs at the Plaza Theatre tonight at 7:30, while jazz lovers can enjoy The Jazz Around Town at 10297 Socorro Road starting at 8:30 p.m.
Sports fans can catch the Locomotive taking on New Mexico United at Southwest University Park tomorrow at 7 p.m. Sunday brings the Kawaii Market at the County Coliseum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and early risers can participate in the 7th Annual Corazon De Nino Run starting at 8 a.m. downtown.
For families, Chapoteo Water Park celebrates its opening day tomorrow, starting at 11 a.m. – a perfect way to welcome the approaching summer season.
Looking ahead, the Mass Transit Department Board will meet on May 13th at the City Hall Council Chambers, while several advisory boards have virtual meetings scheduled for mid-May.
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
The Defense Department has designated a second military zone along the U.S.-Mexico border, extending into El Paso. This new area is attached to Fort Bliss and authorizes military personnel to take custody of migrants who cross the border illegally until they can be transferred to Homeland Security. This follows a similar designation in New Mexico last month.
El Paso is facing a significant measles outbreak with 38 confirmed cases, now the highest in Texas outside the West Texas region. The outbreak has crossed borders, with neighboring Ciudad Juárez reporting 14 cases. Health officials have expanded hours at the Northeast community clinic, now open Saturday mornings for free measles vaccines. Several schools including Bel Air, Hanks, and Eastwood High Schools have reported cases, with health guidelines requiring unvaccinated children to stay home for 21 days after exposure.
At City Hall, the El Paso City Council unanimously voted to intervene in El Paso Electric's proposed $93 million rate increase. This action effectively pauses the hike for 90 days, giving the city time to advocate for fair rates. The deadline for the city to take action on the proposed rate case is June 1st.
Looking for weekend activities? There's plenty happening around town. The Michelada Fest kicks off downtown from 2 to 10 p.m. today. El Foodie Taco Fest 2025 runs from 5 to 10 p.m. at 1414 Geronimo Drive. Diana Krall performs at the Plaza Theatre tonight at 7:30, while jazz lovers can enjoy The Jazz Around Town at 10297 Socorro Road starting at 8:30 p.m.
Sports fans can catch the Locomotive taking on New Mexico United at Southwest University Park tomorrow at 7 p.m. Sunday brings the Kawaii Market at the County Coliseum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and early risers can participate in the 7th Annual Corazon De Nino Run starting at 8 a.m. downtown.
For families, Chapoteo Water Park celebrates its opening day tomorrow, starting at 11 a.m. – a perfect way to welcome the approaching summer season.
Looking ahead, the Mass Transit Department Board will meet on May 13th at the City Hall Council Chambers, while several advisory boards have virtual meetings scheduled for mid-May.
This has been El Paso Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI